Specifically designed to replace traditional methods such as wire or hose. ArborTie is safe, soft, easy to use and less expensive than traditional tree ties. ArborTie also eliminates the need to flag or cover guywires, and our proven ArborKnot expands as the gree grows in caliper, preventing girdling. a revolutionary material for staking and guying trees: safe, soft, easy to use and less expensive than traditional tree ties, the 900 lbs. (408 kg) and 2,500 lbs. (1,134 kg) break-strength rolls stand up to fierce winds while providing enough sway to help the tree develop trunk strength.